Princes to annually remove 96 tonnes of plastic from tuna products
The company will remove the 96 tonnes of plastic - equivalent of 20 million plastic shopping bags - by transitioning to cardboard packaging.
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Chemists monitor plant gas ethylene as method to reduce food waste
Ethylene is a colourless, sweet-smelling gas emitted when flowers bloom and fruits ripen, which researchers have suggested is useful in preventing food spoilage if detected early.
Study reveals other negative health impacts of sugar-rich diets
Researchers have discovered that the shortened survival of fruit flies fed a sugar-rich diet is not the result of their diabetic-like metabolic issues, and instead is related to the build-up of a natural waste product, uric acid.
Our Fish calls on EU to end over-fishing
Our Fish has released feedback to the EU Farm to Fork Strategy which states that there will be no “sustainable” EU seafood until the EU ends over-fishing.
How is coronavirus affecting the global food & beverage industry? Live updates
What measures is the global food & beverage industry taking in response to the COVID-19 outbreak? This page will be updated with the latest information.
Cleaning sensitive electronics in food processing applications
CRC Food Grade Contact Cleaner designed to safely and effectively clean sensitive electronics in food processing applications.
BMPA calls for support for the meat industry during COVID-19 pressure
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) has called for support from the government as increased demand, combined with workers being advised to isolate, has put extreme pressure of the meat sector.
Report claims UK supermarkets failing in fish sustainability responsibilities
A report has suggested UK supermarkets are failing to protect our oceans, with UK shoppers unknowingly consuming 2.5 times more fish than they think.
‘Cupboard essential’ prunes see rise in sales amid COVID-19 outbreak
California Prune Board (CPB) has reported a rise of 12 percent for UK imports of prunes in recent months.
New UK plastic tax could be a ‘real boost’ for circular economy, says BV
Bureau Veritas (BV) has stated that it believes the packaging levy is likely to aid companies looking to incorporate the principles of circular economy into their operations by helping to create new markets for recyclable materials that have traditionally ended up in landfill.
CFS files lawsuit against Impossible Burgers GE soy protein FDA approval
CFS’s lawsuit asserts that FDA used the wrong legal standard when it reviewed and approved GE heme to be used in raw Impossible Burgers sold in supermarkets.
Recall roundup: clover sprouts, salmon products and shrimp
Food and beverage products are recalled due to reasons ranging from contamination to incorrect labelling, and here is New Food’s roundup of the most recent cases.
Meat businesses urged to take part in gender equality study
Meat Business Women, the global networking group, has launched a survey seeking data on the number of women employed at different organisational levels, their level of pay as well as barriers to career progression.
‘Toxic’ pesticide seed coatings widespread but under-reported, says study
Research has found that a large number of farmers and growers are not aware of the pesticide being used on their seeds, some of which are said to be highly toxic to beneficial insects and could result in harm to human health.
FDA and USDA issue COVID-19 guidance and steps for US food sector
The FDA has introduced a temporary policy for FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) supplier verification onsite audit requirements, and the USDA has issued a statement to stakeholders with information about its support for food businesses.
